Job Description
Mechanical Designer - Buildings - ( 230003F0 )
**Description**
Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.
**Your Opportunity**
As a Mechanical Designer you will work with guidance and direction on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Senior Engineer. You will participate in the evaluation, recommendation, and specification for engineered systems or products for a project verifying compliance with applicable codes, engineering standards and practices.
Stantec currently has buildings engineering teams serving Western Pennsylvania located in Pittsburgh, PA and in Butler, PA, and in Cleveland, Ohio. We are looking to expand our staff by hiring a Mechanical Designer to be part of the team. If you are interested in working on sustainable, integrated building solutions, then joining Stantec could be your most rewarding move.
**Your Key Responsibilities**
+ Conducts basic interpretations of drawings, codes, and other similar materials.
+ Performs Revit design for the mechanical discipline using knowledge of fundamental mechanical engineering concepts.
+ Works with architectural, interior designers, and other engineering disciplines in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/ designer.
+ Performs field work as directed by a senior engineer/ designer.
+ Performs basic calculations to analyze and design individual building mechanical system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
+ Assists with engineering duties on projects of various complexity.
+ Assists with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions.
+ Performs other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff.
**Qualifications**
**Your Capabilities and Credentials**
+ Basic understanding of Revit and AutoCad, and the use of it as a drafting/design tool.
+ Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critic al thought.
+ Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering concepts and ability to effectively communicate ideas to others.
+ Basic understanding in the design of mechanical systems for buildings (HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection) preferably in healthcare, commercial or educational facilities.
+ Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, building program and other similar material.
+ Ability to take direction, follow process and accept feedback and suggestions from Senior Engineers.
+ Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD; Prefer experience with Newforma, Trane Trace & eQuest.
**Education and Experience**
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering - Minimum of 0-2 years of experience. Coop/Internship experience preferred.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
_This description is not_ a _comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities_ and _activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #DesignYourPlace
**Benefits Summary:** Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
_The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements._
**Primary Location** : United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
**Work Locations** :
Pittsburgh Grant St PA
**Organization** : BC-2180 Buildings-US Pennsylvania
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Aug 24, 2023, 1:35:16 PM
**Req ID:** 230003F0
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
